There is no love lost between Boston United and the Blues, but Jones - who has also played for both clubs but partnered Newsham during his two spells with the Pilgrims - thinks his old pal will be greeted fondly by the home crowd.

Mark Jones.

Newsham scored 110 goals for Boston in 243 appearances over six seasons before leaving in the summer.

The two-time Pilgrims Player of the Year had a miserable injury-hit season last campaign and was offered the opportunity to return for pre-season training to prove his fitness.

However, the contract offer from the Northolme proved too good to turn down.